About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like they are too small to contribute or when they are struggling with older siblings who dismiss their ideas. It is a perfect choice for the child who gravitates toward the underdog or the diamond in the rough, helping them see that value is found in the heart rather than in outward perfection. Little Nell is the smallest girl in her family, and her older sisters constantly tell her she is too little to do things right. When it comes time to pick a pumpkin, Nell chooses one that is bumpy and lumpy, much to her sisters' dismay. With the help of her forest friends and her own creative vision, she proves that even the smallest person with the most 'imperfect' materials can create something magical. This gentle autumnal tale celebrates self-reliance and the power of seeing beauty where others do not.
